What to do and see in Colon Province, Colon Province: The Best Day Trips from

December 2, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best top things to do in Colon Province, Panama including Full-Day Embera Village and Culture Tour from Panama City, Panama, Panama Canal made fun... a different perspective, Private Portobelo + 2 Caribbean Beaches, Traditional Ecotour Community embera , Fort San Lorenzo, Panama Canal and Visit to the Organic Farm Abuela Carmen!, PRIVATE TOUR to the Caribbean Coast (3 islands: Grande, Mamey and Monkey island) and Historic Portobelo Fort, Snorkel & Kayak, Isla Grande Beach Tour, Panama Canal Railway and Agua Clara Locks, Panama Canal Eco Cruise and Embera Village Combo Tour.
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1. Full-Day Embera Village and Culture Tour from Panama City, Panama

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Enjoy a magic adventure just one hour away from the city, an unique experience where you will cruise the Chagres River to meet the indigenous community of the  Embera Village that are one of the ethnics groups from this beautiful country, and you will spend the day  enjoying their dances, learning about their culture and history

Inclusions: 6 hours Tour from Panama City to Embera Village, Bottled water, Lunch (fry fish, patacones and fresh fruit), Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (city limits), Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Rugina P

Incredibly disappointed and currently researching legal action in order to get refund. I’ve been trying to reach Karol Cardona or someone at the agency for a refund of tours and transport due to CV19 cancellations. There would have been 11 ladies and I traveling to Panama in April 2020. I’ve been to Panama multiple times, love it & wanted to share its beauty with friends. We are owed US$1,210 ($550 deposit towards tours & $660 for fully paid transports). We’ve been emailing and calling since March 2020 with no response or acknowledgment. We’ve even offered that the monies be paid back in increments recognizing that the business may have been adversely affected by the pandemic. Again, no response or acknowledgment. The troubling part is that other Panamanian companies were in constant communication with us and repaid our monies back in increments. We would not recommend this business based on unethical business practices and a major fail in customer service.

2. Panama Canal made fun... a different perspective

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We will see it all. No rush. This is not a history class, is a personal perspective from a panamanian that is not an engineer. This is an experience in land. Important: *This tour is offered from hotels in Panama City and Playa Bonita

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By donaldandtrishm

Sorhay is an amazing woman. She was prompt, friendly and just all around amazing!! Very knowledgeable about Panama and made us feel like family. She could see what an amazing time I was having and made sure I got my fill. I can't thank her enough for the wonderful memories! At least this was one thing that we could still do with everything closed because of the virus. Sorhay was wonderful and having a private tour made it even better!! Best tour I have ever booked!!!

3. Private Portobelo + 2 Caribbean Beaches

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- Explore the history of Colon and walk were pirates and Spanish conquerors did more than 400 years ago - Visit the old Spanish forts, the old customs house built in the 1600's and enter the Black Christ Church and more - See with your own eyes, the beautiful bay named by Christopher Columbus as Portobelo - Relax and enjoy the sun setting at Playa Blanca beach, pristine green Caribbean waters - Taste the Caribbean coconut milk based seafood... yummy yummy Important:  *This tour is offered from hotels in Panama City.   * Requests from resorts outside of Panama City such as Gamboa, Playa Bonita, Decameron or Playa Blanca will have an additional cost

Inclusions: Bottled water, Beverages, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By donaldandtrishm

Sorhay is an amazing woman. She was prompt, friendly and just all around amazing!! Very knowledgeable about Panama and made us feel like family. She could see what an amazing time I was having and made sure I got my fill. I can't thank her enough for the wonderful memories! At least this was one thing that we could still do with everything closed because of the virus. Sorhay was wonderful and having a private tour made it even better!! Best tour I have ever booked!!!

4. Traditional Ecotour Community embera

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We will sail along Lake Alajuela, enjoying a natural environment of great beauty. We will reach the Chagres River and approach one of its waterfalls so that you can admire a beautiful waterfall in the middle of the jungle. The tour will continue to visit an emberá community. We will know the culture of this town, which moved from their ancestral lands in Colombia in the eighteenth century. The embera will offer us a welcome dance and explain their traditions and way of life. We will discover how they manufacture their canoes and dresses, and you will be able to observe pieces of crafts made with minerals and woods from the jungle. To regain strength, we will taste a lunch embera based on fruits, river fish and patacones.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Swim in the refreshing Waterfall in the Zelva , Seasonal fruits in Panama

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By 855zacm

Excellent experience and the best thing we've done near Panama City! Our guide Eustacio came to pick us up right from our apartment in Panama City and was brilliant! He spoke great English, was super friendly and was knowledgeable about the region and the wildlife. We saw three different types of monkeys, many different birds, and got to feed the capuchins a little from the boat. It was obvious that Eustacio respected the nature and wasn't trying to exploit the animals. When we got a little unlucky with the monkeys to begin with, we stayed out longer than planned and visited extra areas to make sure we got to see them.

5. Fort San Lorenzo, Panama Canal and Visit to the Organic Farm Abuela Carmen!

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You can experience Colon region in Panama city in a unique way, travelling with a local guide who own a little farm and sells organic products to many nice restaurants in the city. 1.- Fort San Lorenzo. 2.- Crossing Gatun Locks in Panama Canal. 3.- Organic Farm visit with Hordebackriding. All included: Entry fees, transporation, Organic and local lunch made with ingredients of the farm, drinks and horses.

Inclusions: Pick up from your Hotel In Panama city, Lunch with organic ingredients from the farm, 1 Drink during lunch., Visit to Fort San Lorenzo, Crossing Panama Cannal, Gatun Locks, Horsebackriding around the farm, Time to relax in a House with hammocks next to the beach, 1 Cup Panamean Coffee

Exclusions: Tips to our guide are optional

Reviewed By marclE8924QG

Waited an hour, driver never showed, ended up calling the booking company to cancel. Nothing really more to say.

6. PRIVATE TOUR to the Caribbean Coast (3 islands: Grande, Mamey and Monkey island) and Historic Portobelo Fort

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Join us on our one-day Caribbean Coast adventure, visiting three pristine islands (Isla Grande, Isla Linton and Isla Mamey) and the old world town of Portobelo. Experience the other side of Panama, with its Caribbean charm, vivid history and afro-latin rhythms. Only 2.5 hours away from Panama City, you will be immersed in a different world of pristine beaches, turquoise waters and colorful culture. ‘Puerto Bello, ’the Beautiful Port, was named by Christopher Columbus in 1502, when he landed here on his fourth New World voyage. Since it was common during that time to abbreviate Spanish names, the beautiful port quickly became known as simply ‘Portobelo.’ We offer you the BEST: - Timely pick up from your lodging in Panama City - Spacious and comfortable transportation with friendly and knowledgeable drivers. - Expert native guides. - Excellent customer service. We are available to help you with any questions or needs.

Inclusions: Drink: Bottle of water, Roundtrip transportation from your Panama City lodging to the Port., Boat transportation all day, Air-conditioned vehicle, Islands entrance fees, Guide throughout the day

Exclusions: Transportation from the Playa Bonita area has an additional charge of $ 15 per person (min 2), Lunch

Reviewed By Sunshinegirl300

Captain Nano was very laid-back and willing to adjust the tour to our desires. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. The meal was delicious and he is a very gracious host! Our driver, Daniel, was wonderful! We even managed to catch up with him later in the day and he told us about the local ruins, and even saw him on the drive back to Panama City. We knew if we needed help he was nearby (we drove ourselves to/from three marina)! They are a great company to work with!

7. Snorkel & Kayak

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On a private island, the opportunity to do snorkel and kayak is limitless, experience the Atlantic coast of Panama, beautiful beach and of course the view underwater is spectacular, the coral and different species of fish. Continue your adventure with one activity to strengthen the arms and to please the eyes. Experience Portobello in a fashionable way, not only to learn of the history that was written by Spanish, indigenous and slaves but also to discover the remaining part of that history, that includes the Atlantic Ocean that gave access to the port, and custom. Surely, why not, discover what is also under the water, within the ocean. This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Kayak Equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch, Bottled water, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: WiFi on board, Gratuities

Reviewed By CharlieinTexas

Two hours from Panama City, without traffic. Windy road, but not too bad, last 30 minutes, but some nice views of the countryside. Nice small town with several restaurants, lots of nature-based things to do.

8. Isla Grande Beach Tour

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Join us to visit Isla Grande a beautiful tourist destination in the Panamanian Caribbean and enjoy the crystal clear waters that our geography offers in a quiet and relaxing environment, private beach and enjoy the best personalized service with your friends or family.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, WiFi on board

Reviewed By sammish0022

Dennis was a great tour guide. It’s super nice to have a private tour and someone to inform you of the country and canal history, instead of simply watching a boat go by and leaving. Dennis also took us out to Old City and the Bay to see the city from another angle.

9. Panama Canal Railway and Agua Clara Locks

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Get to travel in the first transcontinental railroad. Since 1501, when the Spaniards landed in the Isthmuss of Panamá, Panamá has been a natural transit route to cross from one ocean to the other. The construction began in august 1850 on the mainland around Monkey Hill (Mount Hope). Visit the new locks of the Panama Canal, see the boats go through the Agua Clara Locks and how this new system works. Small group of 3 people in the vehicule. Note: tour not available on January 1, 8, 9; February (carnival, it change every year, you may need to contact us first), November 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 28 and December 8, 24, 25 and 31.

Inclusions: Bottled water, In the train you will be provide with a small box of Snacks., Wifi at the vehicule, Hand Sanitizer at the vehicule

Exclusions: Breakfast, Drinks, Gratuities, Railway Fee, Agua Clara Visitor Center Fee

Reviewed By jodeek2020

This was a great tour - the 3 museums in Casco Viejo were amazing and provided good background of the history of Panama, of the Canal, but also the culture, the political history, the geological history. And the Bio-Museo was also awesome and gave good information on the country's geological history, its current bio-diversity. Many of the exhibits were interactive and are great for kids and adults, alike. The tour guide had a good command of English (though I also tried to practice my Spanish with him and he was very patient). He was flexible and accommodating and provided good background information on a variety of topics. He answered all of my questions, even those not specifically related to the museums. He pointed out things along the way. He had to make adjustments to the tour because of traffic issues and road closures, but did so happily. Overall, I thought it was a great tour, particularly if you enjoy museums, and was a good value for the price of the tour.

10. Panama Canal Eco Cruise and Embera Village Combo Tour

Panama Day Trips- Canal Eco Tours
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This unique tour of the Panama Canal and its watershed takes you through the modern operations of the canal and a visit to a remote indigenous village on the banks of the Chagres River.  An exciting boat ride down the canal will introduce you to the transiting ships as well as the abundant wildlife on its shores, followed by a canoe ride on the upper reaches of the Chagres River and a visit to the indigenous Embera Village of Embera Drua. This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.

Inclusions: Panama Canal boat ride (90 minutes), Chagres River canoe ride, Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Tour is guided in English only

Exclusions: Gratuities, Due to heavy traffic, no free pickup from hotels located near Amador Causeway, Clayton (City of Knowledge) Playa Bonita. Separate transportation for the an extra charge, Playa Blanca, or Rio Hato, Metromall or Tocumen Airport need to arrange own transportation, This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.

Reviewed By Eef-Aruba

We were lucky to have a private tour. John is such a friendly and knowledgeable person/guide. He did not leave any questions we had unanswered, not just about the Panama Canal and nature but also about other Panama topics. He clearly loves this county ???????? He was very punctual when he picked us up at our hotel. We saw ships in the canal 3 kinds of monkeys and many different birds. 2 kinds of Tucans. I would recommend this to everyone!

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